Silver Springs Campground offers tent and RV sites within a municipal park setting near Peninsula, Ohio. Located at approximately 1,100 feet elevation in the Cuyahoga Valley, camping options provide access to surrounding natural areas and trails. Campgrounds in this region generally experience warm summers with occasional thunderstorms and cold winters, making spring through fall the primary camping season.
What to do
Trail connections and hiking routes: At Silver Springs Campground, campers appreciate the wooded walking trails surrounding the camping area. "There is also a wooded walking trail network on the east and North sides of the campground," notes Gary G., making it ideal for quick nature excursions without driving elsewhere.
Dog parks and water recreation: Many pet-friendly camping areas near Peninsula provide specialized pet amenities. Silver Springs Campground features exceptional facilities for four-legged companions. "There is THE best dog park I have ever seen in this area. So my dogs loved this campground more than me and that was worth it," reports Kate W. Similarly, Judy F. mentions, "Fantastic dog park with a swimming beach for dogs only. Fun to watch them play even if you don't have a dog."
Fishing opportunities: Several campgrounds offer fishing access within walking distance. Countryside Campground provides a path to nearby Mogadore Reservoir. "A nice short walk takes you to Mogadore reservoir," explains Joe F., though he adds they had "no luck for us fishing from shore."
What campers like
Spacious tent sites: Many campers appreciate the generous site sizes at pet-friendly campgrounds in the area. At Countryside Campground, Tommy K. notes, "The 9 tent sites are very large and spacious." This sentiment is echoed by Kathryn P. who states, "The pull thru sites were a tad small but nice and long. Even with the sites close together it was quiet and peaceful."
Christmas tree farm setting: Heritage Farms offers a distinctive camping environment. "It's hard to not give it any lower than 5 stars when you literally camp within a Christmas tree farm. It's a dream," states Brady R. The farm setting provides a unique backdrop for campers seeking something different from standard woodland camping.
Cleanliness and maintenance: Campers consistently mention the well-maintained facilities at Woodside Lake Park. "The place is clean and friendly with a pretty good selection at the camp store," notes James S., adding that "the swimming pond has inflatables and boat rentals."
What you should know
Water quality concerns: Some campgrounds struggle with water quality issues. At Woodside Lake Park, a camper warns about "iron & sulfur laden well water that is provided in at least half the park," noting they "spent hundreds of dollars trying to filter and clean up the water to no avail."
Site levelness varies: At Punderson State Park Campground, campers should prepare for uneven terrain. "The lots are not even close to level. You will need a lot of blocks to get close to level," cautions Coy. This sentiment appears at multiple locations, with one camper noting they "saw one RV with auto levelers with his tire about foot off the ground."
Bathroom facilities: While many campgrounds offer bathroom facilities, quality and proximity vary significantly. At Silver Springs Campground, Miranda M. notes, "There are porta potties on site but a bathroom with sinks is somewhat of a walk." Similarly, Abbey E. at Heritage Farms mentions, "Bathrooms are port-a-johns back near where the car was parked. So it can be a little bit of a hike if you have a far campsite."
Tips for camping with families
Water recreation options: Streetsboro-Cleveland SE KOA provides multiple water features for families. "The pool was so nice it wasn't too crowded and the view over looking the 'lake' was so pretty," shares Traci F., though she adds, "My only complaint is they could have used more restrooms and showers."
Playground access: Several pet-friendly campgrounds near Peninsula feature dedicated play areas. Tommy K. at Countryside Campground reports, "Playground was a hit for our 8yr and under kids," making it suitable for younger children needing entertainment options between outdoor adventures.
Family activities: Many campgrounds schedule regular events for children. At Willow Lake Park, one camper shares, "They offer plenty of activities for everyone. Had a band each night!" The same reviewer noted, "This is a great park for a weekend getaway for the family or even just for yourself."
Tips from RVers
Electric hookup limitations: At Silver Springs Campground, RVers should note power restrictions. "Only 3-30 amp hooks ups, the rest are 20 amp," warns Judy F., which can be limiting for larger rigs with higher power requirements.
RV site terrain: American Wilderness Campground provides better maintained sites for RVs. "Sites were gravel and level. We enjoyed full hookups," notes one camper, while another mentioned "The sites are RV and tent sites. They offer coupons for return campers."
Dump station access: Some campgrounds offer dump services even to non-guests. Cheryl L. reports about Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park, "Stopped by to use black water dump upon arriving home from Arizona. Super clean, tidy... Price to use dump facility was very reasonable and very convenient."
